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Billy Connolly brings more of his brand of observational comedy to the stage in a blistering comic commentary on daily life.
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36 of 40 people found the following review helpful
By I. Girvan
I pre-ordered this title and was not left disapointed. Billy Connolly is the finest stand up comedian on the planet and the first 15 minutes is simply superb.
As usual Billy is at his best when he his simply ranting at what he thinks is stupid or unfair.
Some old subjects are covered again but this is hard to avoid with so many dvd's released and does not take anything away from a great perfomance.
Only 4 stars as i believe the various "World Tours" are better value.
As usual Billy is at his best when he his simply ranting at what he thinks is stupid or unfair.
Some old subjects are covered again but this is hard to avoid with so many dvd's released and does not take anything away from a great perfomance.
Only 4 stars as i believe the various "World Tours" are better value.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Matt Black
Billy Connolly is the best stand up in the country, and there are few informed comedy critics who'd disagree. He's not always hilarious but he is always engaging and even when he's not making you cry with laughter, he can take you into his world and entertain you.
This is an improvement on the disappointing 'Live In New York' and for the most part, it's just brilliant stuff. Connolly obviously has a basic structure for each show, but unlike Eddie Izzard with his faux ad-libbing, Connolly genuinely gives flight to thoughts that sometimes take him so far off track, he has to ask the audience to put him back on the right path.
I love that this was filmed in Adelaide, a lovely little Australian city often overlooked by the hustle bustle of Melbourne or Sydney. Billy loves the country too and this comes over well on this release.
A few bits fall flat: the drawn out description of the musical he'd like to make never really works, and at other times he appears more angry then funny, but Billy's admittedly an odd character and he's said before that the stage is like therapy to him; the place he can vent, and I don't mind at all that he does so.
A great gig by a truly gifted man. Decent running time too, at just under two hours. Watch the King show you how it's done.
This is an improvement on the disappointing 'Live In New York' and for the most part, it's just brilliant stuff. Connolly obviously has a basic structure for each show, but unlike Eddie Izzard with his faux ad-libbing, Connolly genuinely gives flight to thoughts that sometimes take him so far off track, he has to ask the audience to put him back on the right path.
I love that this was filmed in Adelaide, a lovely little Australian city often overlooked by the hustle bustle of Melbourne or Sydney. Billy loves the country too and this comes over well on this release.
A few bits fall flat: the drawn out description of the musical he'd like to make never really works, and at other times he appears more angry then funny, but Billy's admittedly an odd character and he's said before that the stage is like therapy to him; the place he can vent, and I don't mind at all that he does so.
A great gig by a truly gifted man. Decent running time too, at just under two hours. Watch the King show you how it's done.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Realist
As always Billy Connelly refreshingly cuts through the crap of political correctness with his outrageously funny outlook on everyday life. It takes a real talent to hold his audience's attention & Billy still has it in bucket loads. If you've liked his previous DVD's then you'll enjoy this. My only criticism is the last sketch goes on a little too long.
He should be knighted for his contribution to British entertainment.
He should be knighted for his contribution to British entertainment.
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Valleysboy
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After seeing Mr Connelly live in Cardiff I bought this DVD and it was very much his usual brand of situational humour that you can't help but laugh at. I can honestly say I never stopped laughing, the man is still the greatest comic around!
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Well, it just goes to show that you can't please everyone. Here I was about to write a glowing review of Billy's latest - and I see all those earlier comments, slagging it off good and proper. All I can say is that this is the only DVD I have ever watched where I actually had to pause the thing in order to avoid personal injury. My wife and I, and the friends we were watching with, were all laughing so hard that anything from a cracked rib to cardiac arrest might easily have ensued were it not for the blessed relief of the remote control. All hail to the mighty Billy - definitely worth adding to the collection.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Diabolo
Another brilliant addition to the fold. Connolly on top form and one of the best comedy dvd releases of 2007. At a time when so many lame and regurgitated comedy DVD's have been released, it comes as a welcome relief that Connolly gives us this gem and actually has something to say. You don't need to watch this over and over to get the humour. It's bang on the money, first shot. I'd venture that here, Connolly is on his best-ever form. Of the comedy DVD releases of 2007 this has to be in the top 3. It's tough and hard-hitting, even by Connolly's standards. As such it's a breath of fresh air, though not for everyone. If you like it nice and inoffensive look elsewhere. If you like opinion and razor-sharp observation, Connolly's yer man.
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If you are like me and love Billy Connolly then you will love this DVD
It had me laughing from beginning to end a must buy
It had me laughing from beginning to end a must buy
By kathy
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again bought for my husband,lots of laughter from this d.v.d,was hillariously funny, can highly recommend this for any billy fan
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Probably not the best, but still hilarious!
My Dad was a huge Billy Connolly fan and I remember watching him cry with laughter whilst watching his videos, especially the 'Audience with...' one. Read more
Published 20 months ago by RyanH78
5.0 out of 5 stars
WAS I WATCHING A DIFFERENT DVD?
No idea what the weary willies are on about ... must be beige-ists. Don't let them win & buy the thing!
Published on 21 July 2010 by JCC
3.0 out of 5 stars
Some funny moments, but never really nails it
I watched a couple of clips on the internet from this show, and they were funny. So I bought the DVD.
Lets get some things out of the way. Read more
Lets get some things out of the way. Read more
Published on 2 Mar 2010 by S. Pools
2.0 out of 5 stars
Was it Something I said? Eeerrrr Yes everything!
Billy Connolly has turned into an embarassing moany old man. Uncomfortable to watch in places - he's totally lost it!
Published on 12 Jun 2009 by Ms. R. Taylor
3.0 out of 5 stars
Railing against his perception of Establishment absurdities
If you would rather not hear rantings against Billy's perception of what Christians believe to be God, but that he himself doesn't believe in, you'll have to cut out a good first... Read more
Published on 16 Feb 2009 by Cosy Zoe
2.0 out of 5 stars
What happened Billy??
I never had a second thought about buying any of Billy's dvd's, until now that is.
What the hell is happening to you Billy, you were like a possessed old man on this dvd,... Read more
What the hell is happening to you Billy, you were like a possessed old man on this dvd,... Read more
Published on 6 Sep 2008 by S. Hunt
4.0 out of 5 stars
One of His best
I don't know why some thought this performance poor. No doubt that this is some of his best stuff. If you liked him before you'll definately like this DVD.
Published on 5 April 2008 by BOB.T
2.0 out of 5 stars
What a let down.
I am so used to laughing until I cry at Billy's comedy.What has happened?
At first I thought it was because I was quite put off by his out and out racism near the start - he... Read more
At first I thought it was because I was quite put off by his out and out racism near the start - he... Read more
Published on 28 Jan 2008 by Mrs. S. Hair
2.0 out of 5 stars
Is Billy suffering from burn-out?
I hate to be negative, but I believe this has to be said, as Billy Connolly is a living legend, but this DVD shouldn't have been released. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2008 by Philip Lewis
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